Final answer:
The volume of the sculpture is approximately 1,073 cubic inches. So the correct answer is option A.
Step-by-step explanation:
To find the volume of the cylinder, we can use the formula V = πr²h, where r is the radius and h is the height. In this case, the diameter is given as 9.5 inches, so the radius is half of that which is 4.75 inches. The height is given as 16 inches. Plugging these values into the formula, we get V = 3.142 × (4.75 in)² × 16 in = 1,072.93 cubic inches. Therefore, the volume of the sculpture is approximately 1,073 cubic inches. So, the correct answer is option a) 1,073 cubic inches.